Human Systems
What is the main organ of the circulatory system that pumps blood?
Heart
What does "BP" stand for?
Blood Pressure
What is the common name for influenza?
Flu
What number do you call for an emergency in the U.S.?
911
(If you got this wrong bro the door is that way 👆)
What organs does a stethoscope help doctors listen to?
Heart and lungs
Which organ produces insulin to help regulate blood sugar?
Pancreas
What does the prefix “neuro-” refer to in medical terms?
Nerves or the nervous system
What condition happens when the body does not produce enough insulin?
Diabetes
What do you check first if someone collapses?
If they are breathing/Pulse
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
What is the main function of the lymphatic system?
Fighting infections and maintaining fluid balance
The suffix -ectomy means
What is the surgical removal of
Which disease is caused by a lack of vitamin D and makes bones weak in children?
Rickets
What should you do for a minor cut?
Clean it and cover it with a bandage
What is the average normal body temperature in Fahrenheit?
98.6°F
What is the dome-shaped muscle that helps us breathe by contracting and relaxing?
Diaphragm
What is the medical term for high blood sugar?
Hyperglycemia
What condition is often called the "silent killer" because it usually has no symptoms?
High blood pressure (Hypertension)
If someone has a sudden severe allergic reaction and is struggling to breathe, what should you give them immediately?
Epinephrine (EpiPen)
Which organ is known as the “The Second Brain”?
The Gut AKA (Gastro Intestinal Tract)
Which part of the nervous system controls involuntary actions like breathing and heartbeat?
Autonomic nervous system(ANS)
What is the term for the study of how drugs affect the body?
Pharmacology
What is the medical term for a stroke?
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
What position should you put someone in if they are unconscious but breathing?
Recovery position (on their side)
What is the medical name for the voice box?
Larynx